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Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Three Suits for Every Man

My first post for men came after a conversation with my brother-in-law who let me know that my blog had nothing on it for men. So, I came up with "Fifteen Pieces for Every Man". Shockingly, after researching today, I realized that it is bar far, by a mile, my most popular post to date. Second most popular, James Bond Lifestyle. Amazing!

Then this afternoon my husband came home after a mountain bike ride with a friend. The friend is looking for a new suit, and both he and my husband admitted that it has been over ten years since they last purchased one. "You need to blog about this..." my husband announced ..."let people know about "current trends" in men's suits". So, detailed here, current trends in suits and three suits from three price points, that will work for any man. And, thanks chaps for making these posts so popular!

Key Men's Suit Trends for 2011-2012

Monochrome suits, simple stripes, gray's and charcoal.

Italian cuts, slim and trim shapes.

Jackets are cut a little shorter than normal, tailored at the waist, lapels are narrow, jackets are two-button.

Pants are flat paneled, thinner and trimmer, tapering from the knee to the ankle. Waist is lower-rise.

Wear shirts and ties that are bright and stylish, adding some color.

Ralph Lauren.Wool Gabardine Suit. $1,595.

Impeccably tailored in Italy from all-season wool gabardine with hand-finished details and a clean, modern fit. Body width is lean, arms are slightly narrow and pant is cut slim with a lower rise.